231 Lakeshore DrBattle CreekMI49015
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 231 Lakeshore Dr, Battle Creek, MI, 49015 in Battle Creek. Rental yield 5.55%. At $475,000 with 5.55% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $131,234 in new equity by year five, complemented by $4,375/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.03) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $120,842.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 8.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(934) | $450 |
City averages based on Battle Creek market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,198 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,943 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
Ziffy Mortgage typically prefers a DSCR of 1.0+, but in some cases you may qualify with a DSCR below 1. To explore if this deal qualifies for an investment mortgage, book time with your loan officer →
Estimates assume 6.0% rate / 30-yr fixed, 30% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Single Family
Built in 1972
0.41 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49015, Battle Creek, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,329 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,019 (65.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,459 (28.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 851 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $189,927 |
| Average Home Value | $217,209 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,112
Single Family
11,268
Multi-Family
844
Businesses
819
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Ziffy AI Summary
A quick, investor-focused snapshot highlighting income strength, yield potential.
| Key metrics | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $399,900 |
| Est. Rent | $3,200/mo |
| ROI | 18% |
- Attractive rent-to-price ratio for income stability
- Good fit for DSCR financing with healthy coverage
Single Family
Built in 1972
0.41 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49015, Battle Creek, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,329 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,019 (65.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,459 (28.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 851 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $189,927 |
| Average Home Value | $217,209 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,112
Single Family
11,268
Multi-Family
844
Businesses
819
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Cathy A Jewell • RE/MAX Perrett Associates
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